Pilgrimage

by Peter Stanford

Book Overview

Pilgrimage, a global ritual embraced by nearly all faiths, is one of civilization's most enduring traditions. In this compelling book, author and journalist Peter Stanford reflects on the reasons people have walked along the same sacred paths through the ages. Through this history, Stanford explores how the experiences of the first pilgrims to Jerusalem, Mecca, and Santiago de Compostela compare to the millions of people who embark on life-changing...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0500252416
• ISBN13: 9780500252413
• Release Date: April 2021
• Publisher: Thames & Hudson
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 1.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.5" x 9.5"